Categories in Covilhã
Alternative Fuel StationAuto Accessories and SuppliesAuto Machine ShopAuto Parts StoreBody repairCar & Light Vehicle DealershipsCar rentalCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationGeneral Auto Parts & AccessoriesMechanicNew car dealersTire ShopAgricultural ProductionButane Gas SupplierClothes and Fabric ManufacturerClothes and Fabric WholesalerCommercial PrinterContact Lenses SupplierElectronics WholesalerFarmingFood Products SupplierFurniture MakerFurniture ManufacturerHandicraftImport Export CompanyIndustrial Machinery SupplierOrganic FarmWholesale GrocerWholesalersBoutiqueChildren and baby clothingClothing storesFashion Accessories StoreJewelers and watchesLaundromatLaundry & Washing ServicesMen's clothingShoe storesWomen's clothingMobile phone storesTelecommunications Service ProviderAssociation or OrganizationCatholic ChurchChapelChristian ChurchChurchesCity or Town Hall
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Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Covilhã
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants | 205 | 28 years |
| Shopping | 161 | 37 years |
| Cafes | 128 | — |
| Corporate management | 100 | 25 years |
| Education | 87 | — |
| All membership organizations | 82 | — |
| Bars, pubs and taverns | 76 | 32 years |
| Other accommodation | 76 | — |
| All food and beverage | 71 | 32 years |
| Car repair | 67 | 33 years |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 61 | 33 years |
| Clothing stores | 58 | 29 years |
| Churches | 57 | — |
| Real estate | 56 | 26 years |
| Travel agencies | 55 | — |
| Health and medical | 51 | — |
Covilhã Facts
| Area | 4.8 km² |
| Population | 12,286 |
| Male Population | 5,718 (46.5%) |
| Female Population | 6,568 (53.5%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | -7.6% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | -6.6% |
| Median Age | 46.6 years (Male: 44.1, Female: 48.8) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $32,308 (2022) |
| Area Codes | 275 |
| Neighborhoods | Seara, Covelo, Quintã, Covilhã, São Pedro |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Western European Summer Time |
| Lat & Lng | 40.28601, -7.50396 |
| Postal Codes | 6200, 6201, 6215, 6225, 6230 |
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Covilhã Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,293 | 13,368 | 13,160 | 12,102 | 12,286 | 11,517 | 10,812 |
| Population Density | 2,798.5 / km² | 2,814.3 / km² | 2,770.5 / km² | 2,547.8 / km² | 2,586.5 / km² | 2,424.6 / km² | 2,276.2 / km² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridCovilhã Population change from 2000 to 2020
Decrease of 6.6% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covilhã | -7.6% | -8.1% | -6.6% |
| Castelo Branco District | — | — | — |
| Portugal | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Covilhã Median Age
Median Age: 46.6 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covilhã | 46.6 yrs | 48.8 yrs | 44.1 yrs |
| Castelo Branco District | 48.8 yrs | 50.6 yrs | 47 yrs |
| Portugal | 42 yrs | 43.5 yrs | 40.4 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Covilhã Population Density
Population Density: 2,587 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covilhã | 12,286 | 4.75 km² | 2,587 / km² |
| Castelo Branco District | 187,437 | 6,622.9 km² | 28.3 / km² |
| Portugal | 10.3 million | 92,264.9 km² | 112 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Covilhã Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1600 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Covilhã
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Covilhã
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Covilhã Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $17,078 | $18,496 | $22,953 | $23,076 | $25,527 | $26,809 | $27,885 | $32,308 |
| Total GDP | $925M | $970.5M | $1.2B | $1.2B | $1.3B | $1.3B | $1.2B | $1.4B |
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Kosonen, M. & Masoumzadeh Sayyar, S. Downscaled gridded global dataset for gross domestic product (GDP) per capita PPP over 1990–2022. Sci Data 12, 178 (2025) doi:10.1038/s41597-025-04487-x
Covilhã CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covilhã | 74,468 tn | 6.06 tn | 15,677.5 tons/km² |
| Castelo Branco District | 1,134,542 tn | 6.05 tn | 171.3 tons/km² |
| Portugal | 63,833,570 tn | 6.2 tn | 691.9 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Covilhã CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 74,468 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 6.06 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 15,677.5 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | Medium (4) |
| Earthquake | Medium (4) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/08 | 7:39 PM | 3.2 | 64.7 km | 10,700 m | Portugal | usgs.gov |
| 12/19/05 | 11:00 PM | 3.6 | 94 km | 3,600 m | Spain | usgs.gov |
| 12/1/05 | 8:02 PM | 3.9 | 97.5 km | 7,000 m | Portugal | usgs.gov |
| 8/20/98 | 1:10 AM | 3.1 | 67.4 km | 10,900 m | Portugal | usgs.gov |
| 8/20/98 | 12:35 AM | 3.8 | 67.4 km | 11,100 m | Portugal | usgs.gov |
| 8/18/98 | 11:10 AM | 3.5 | 69.2 km | 8,300 m | Portugal | usgs.gov |
| 5/6/98 | 4:19 AM | 3 | 12.2 km | 2,100 m | Portugal | usgs.gov |
| 12/31/96 | 5:44 PM | 3.5 | 76.3 km | 10,000 m | Portugal | usgs.gov |
| 3/28/96 | 9:29 PM | 3.2 | 94.8 km | 10,000 m | Portugal | usgs.gov |
| 4/7/95 | 3:36 PM | 3.1 | 81.5 km | 10,000 m | Portugal | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
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